Circular 80/23 RSL ANZAC Awards open for nomination
RSL Australia is seeking nominations for the ANZAC Awards, a series of national honours to recognise those who serve in peace, as well as perpetuate the memory and gallantry of those who served in war. Announced annually, the RSL ANZAC Peace Prize and the RSL ANZAC of the Year Awards are based on the recognition and nomination both of members of the RSL and those within the community.
RSL ANZAC Peace Prize
Awarded by the RSL to recognise any outstanding effort by an Australian citizen who has promoted the concept of international understanding and who, in so doing, has contributed to world peace.
- Eligibility: Any Australian citizen, or one who has made an application to become an Australian citizen, may be considered. The Prize will recognise the efforts of ordinary people who in some special manner have made a real contribution to international peace and goodwill. The Prize may be granted to individuals and groups who collectively have achieved this aim.
- The Award: The Prize is a silver medallion, struck by the Perth Mint, depicting ‘Simpson’ of Gallipoli and his donkey and presented in a specially designed presentation case. The Medallion is accompanied by a miniature silver lapel badge and a certificate setting out the nature of the Prize and the citation on which the award was given.
RSL ANZAC of the Year Awards
Made to recognise the efforts and achievements of up to seven Australians who have given service to their fellow Australians and the community in a positive, selfless, and compassionate manner.
- Eligibility: Nominations may be made on behalf of any Australian citizen, or one who has made an application to become an Australian citizen. The Awards may be made to individuals or groups who have demonstrated the spirit of comradeship and selfless service embodied in the tradition of ANZAC.
- The Award: The Awards are bronze medallions depicting ‘Simpson’ of Gallipoli and his donkey and are presented in a specially designed presentation case. The Medallion is accompanied by a miniature bronze lapel badge and a certificate setting out the nature of the Award and the citation on which the award was given.
To find out more, please read the ANZAC Awards Information Sheet and Nomination Form.
Nominations
Nominations for the RSL ANZAC Peace Prize and the RSL ANZAC of the Year Awards must be submitted to support@rslnsw.org.au on or before 8 February 2024.
Announcement of Awards
Recipients of the ANZAC Peace Prize and ANZAC of the Year Awards are announced prior to ANZAC Day each year.
